Show Low Police Department has advised that John Russell Thomas has been located and is in custody. Any further updates will be posted as they are received.

Show Low Police received a call of gunshots and people screaming on 6-4-19 at approximately 0346 hrs in the Fawnbrook area of Show Low.
Officers learned the suspect (John Thomas, 29 years old) had been involved in a domestic violence assault with his girlfriend. This is when the first victim tried to intercede and was shot. A second victim then also tried to intercede and was also shot.

The suspect fled the area and police are still trying to locate him. He should be considered armed and dangerous. Suspect was last seen wearing a black Rascal Flatts t-shirt, blue jeans and black combat style boots. He is approximately 6 ft 2 in tall, 188 lbs with brown hair and blue eyes with a full beard.

Both victims were transported and ultimately flown to the Phoenix area were they are being treated for their injuries at this time.
This is an active scene and investigation. Some businesses in the area may be on lock down and please limit your travel in the affected area. If you happen to see the suspect, do not confront him. Anyone with information or leads are being asked to call the Show Low Police (928)537-4365.

Incident Start Date: 5/28/2019  Cause: Lightning/ Natural Size: 335 acres Containment: 0%
Incident Type: Wildfire Vegetation Type: Timber & Short Grass Suppression Strategy: Confine & Point Zone Protection, Resources Assigned: Engines: 4, Crews: 2
Total Personnel: 39 personnel, Black Mesa Hotshots & Fort Apache Crew

Current Situation: On May 28, 2019, Fire managers received a report of smoke in the vicinity of Campbell Blue drainage west of Luce Ranch. Due to safety concerns from the overabundance of snags from the 2011 Wallow Fire, as well as steep slopes, this naturally occurring low intensity fire is currently being monitored by both onsite crews as well as air resources. The lightening caused fire will continue consumption of unburned fuels with growth to the south and west.
Today’s Plan: Fire personnel will continue to focus on protection of Luce Ranch, power-lines and monitor perimeter growth. Construction of containment lines from Luce Ranch, west to Forest Road 8882 and from the fires’ southern edge, south to Forest Road 58H started today and will continue until in place (see map). These containment lines, once in place, allow for the safest monitoring and containment of the fire in its current state.
Smoky Conditions Remain in the Area: Smoke from the Deer Fire may be visible from Arizona State Highway 191, south of Alpine and in the vicinity of Campbell Blue. Light smoke may continue to impact Campbell Blue and the Blue community.
Visitor Information: If you are sensitive to smoke, visit the Arizona Department of Health Services website at http://www.azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/extreme-weather/index.php#wildfires-home
for additional information regarding the dangers of wildfire and prescribed burn smoke and wildfire preparedness.
Closures and Restrictions: Motorists are asked to be aware of fire crews and drive carefully through the area.
Road and Trail Closures: none
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May 31, 2019 9:00 

Discovered:  May 28, 2019

Location: Alpine Ranger District of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest – Approximately 8 miles south/southeast of Alpine

Size: 150 acres                                                                            

Percent Containment: 0%

Cause: Natural (Lightning)

Personnel Assigned: 15

Incident Commander: Matthew Bustamante

Vegetation: Ponderosa Pine with a heavy dead and down component left behind by the 2011 Wallow Fire.

On Tuesday, May 28, 2019, Fire Managers received a report of smoke in the vicinity of Campbell Blue drainage west of Luce Ranch. Due to safety concerns from the overabundance of snags from the 2011 Wallow fire, as well as steep slopes, this naturally occurring low intensity fire is currently being monitored by both onsite crews, as well as air resources. The lightening caused fire will continue the consumption of unburned fuels, with growth in all directions.

Fire crews will focus on protection of Luce Ranch, powerlines, and monitoring perimeter growth.

The Deer Fire may be visible from Arizona State Highway 191, south of Alpine and in the vicinity of Campbell Blue. Motorists are asked to be aware of fire crews and drive carefully through the area.

Light smoke may continue to impact Campbell Blue and the Blue community. Individuals sensitive to smoke can learn how to help protect their health by visiting the Coconino County Public Health Services District website at: http://bit.ly/SmokeHealthAwareness

Know Before You Go:

• Northeastern Arizona Public Information System:  https://311info.net/ or call 311 or 928.333.3412
• Fire Restrictions and Red Flag Alerts: http://wildlandfire.az.gov/
• Wildfires Near Me: http://www.wildfiresnearme.wfmrda.com/